Rendaiji Spa Kurhaus Ishibashi Hotel

The women's onsen. Mosquitoes are in the changing room and washroom. Water a bit too hot.

Not what a Ryokan should be! No food offered closest food is a 7-11 over a mile walk away. Owners cold, doors & windows don't close completely, enjoy mosquitoes at night, Coin operated tv, View of rusted rooftops from Windows, stains and torn bedding.

The cozy atmosphere of the japanese style ryokan. The onsen is huge.The decoration is beautiful.The bed is fluffy for a good sleep. I slept straight 12 hours

The bathroom and toilet is quite small. Is a little far from attraction (Rendaiji station is a little bit remote area)

Location

The room 26 was very smelling like pee smell I really can't sleep hope they check the pillow and mattress smell

Very authentic experience in a traditional but original Ryokan. The futon was very comfortable and the room spacious. The onsen was pleasant and spacious, including an outside bath. The price was fair and convenient.Overall we recommend this place.

Communication with the staff was a bit rough, make sure to contact them beforehand to decide the check-in time because they will be waiting for you.

The onsen water was good.

It was dusty and I got allergy. It is old and great building but more efforts should make to it dust-free.

This place has so much personality. Walking from the front of house towards the guest rooms is like stepping into a supervillain lair - down a literal tunnel through the mountain! That and the maze-like warren of corridors made this a very curious and unforgettable stay. The spa was also nice, and I had it to myself every night which was great.

The property is a little dated. Thankfully the toilet in my room had been modernised and renovated so bonus points for that. But if you're not put off by some old-world charm, then this place is a good one to consider.

Hotel style was in Japanese style and rooms were in Japanese style

Toilets were not properly maintained by the hotel owner. You will not get a microwave/oven facility not even a common one.Far from beaches like Shirahama

Even though the property is old but the room and all was very clean.All old people run the place but are really helpful and sweet.The bus stop is 10 minutes from the property.

Everything was good.

Kurhaus Ishibashi Ryokan Is a very special and unique ryokan. It is over 150 years old and is amazingly interesting. The staff were very friendly and welcoming and did as much as they could to make our stay as comfortable as possible. Across from the ryokan is a car park with ample spaces. Our room had a traditional tatami floor, equipped with a tv, fridge, shower and a recently renewed toilet. The spacious men’s and ladies onsen each had three inside and one outside bath with authentic onsen water. Due to the age of the ryokan it is as expected, more than a little run down, but we found it clean and the owners and staff came across as doing their very best. We had a really pleasant and fun stay at the Kurhaus Ishibashi Ryokan and would really recommend it to other travelers who would like to experience a traditional and historic ryokan in a convenient location in Shimoda. However, after reading some past reviews, the ryokan has its fair share of disappointed customers, mostly dues to its cleanliness and its evening curfew. Therefore, think carefully before booking a room, if a more modern hotel is desired.

Nothing, it was all great, but guests must be careful of the occasional low ceiling and unexpected step. I’m really looking forward to staying again.

cleanliness and the staff are helpful

the place if very old and smells.

My husband was against the idea of staying at a traditional Japanese ryokan. But not for long! He was instantly intrigued by the front of the property, it was so beautiful and natural. Once inside, checking in was easy (even with the language barrier). The couple was so very kind? The trip to our room was spectacular! From the front of the property, the building looks small. But on the inside, that place was a maze! So huge! The onsen was incredible, i cant even begin to described how amazing that experience was! They also aloud us to use our own house slippers through out the property. My husband informed me we are definitely going back!❤️

Everything was amazing! ❤️?

We had a fantastic time staying here and if you want to experience an authentic Japanese style Ryokan this is the place to go! It takes you back in time!

like a haunted very old place

I like the ambience. Quiet and relaxing. Nice facilities

Pleasant

Superb

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